Excellent
#8 of 1,781 schools in IN
Top 1% in state
Herron-riverside High School
High School · Herron-Riverside High School
3010 N. White River Parkway East Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46208
About Herron-riverside High School
Herron-Riverside High School serves 398 students in grades 9-12 as a public charter school in Indianapolis, earning an impressive 7.7 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking 89th among Indiana's 1,831 schools, placing it in the 95th percentile statewide. With 64 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for personalized attention and strong teacher-student relationships. Academically, students show solid performance in English Language Arts with 67% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels, while mathematics presents opportunities for growth with 29% meeting proficiency standards.
This mixed academic profile reflects a school working to strengthen core skills while leveraging its small class sizes and dedicated faculty. The school draws from the 46208 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $46,693 and median home value reaches $160,400. The surrounding community has a 37% college graduation rate, and about one-quarter of residents live below the poverty line, creating a diverse student population with varied backgrounds and experiences.
Herron-Riverside High School operates within Indianapolis's large city environment, offering students access to urban resources and opportunities while maintaining the intimate feel of a smaller school community along North White River Parkway East Drive.
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Herron-riverside High School — Students at Herron-riverside High School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
📉 DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Herron-riverside High School Compares
See how Herron-riverside High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 32% (2019) to 17% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 72% (2021).
Location
3010 N. White River Parkway East Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46208
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2018-2022)
Census data for ZIP 46208 (ACS 2018-2022 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,693
Median Home Value
$160,400
Median Rent
$989/mo
Population
22,729
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
52.2%
Avg Commute
20.5 min
Poverty Rate
25.3%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clay High School South Bend, IN | 9.4 |
| Eastern Greene High School Bloomfield, IN | 9.4 |
| Covington Community High School Covington, IN | 9.2 |
| Knightstown High School Knightstown, IN | 9.5 |
| Winchester Community High School Winchester, IN | 9.5 |
| Rensselaer Central High School Rensselaer, IN | 9.1 |
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 398
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (317) 231-0010
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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Common questions about Herron-riverside High School
What grades does Herron-riverside High School serve?
Herron-riverside High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Herron-riverside High School?
Herron-riverside High School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Herron-riverside High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Herron-riverside High School is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Herron-riverside High School rank in IN?
Herron-riverside High School is ranked #8 out of 1,781 schools in IN.
What is Herron-riverside High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Herron-riverside High School has a composite rating of 9.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, equity, and school environment into a single score.
What are the test scores at Herron-riverside High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Herron-riverside High School has 28.7% math proficiency and 67.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Herron-riverside High School a charter school?
Yes, Herron-riverside High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Herron-riverside High School a Title I school?
No, Herron-riverside High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Herron-riverside High School?
69.1% of students at Herron-riverside High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.